Deserve

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Used when someone has done something good that earns a reward or recognition. SlideAfter volunteering tirelessly, she truly deserved the community award.
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Stresses that something good is an earned outcome, not just given freely. SlideHe studied daily for the exam and deserved his excellent grades.
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In different cultures, what people deserve may vary, depending on societal values. SlideIn some cultures, completing a rite of passage deserves celebration.